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Hip dysplasia in young adults is underdiagnosed and can cause pain and discomfort. Progression to osteoarthritis (OA) is common, necessitating total hip arthroplasty at an early age. When discovered early, symptomatic patients can be offered physiotherapy

Stainless-steel screws are commonly used for fragment fixation during periacetabular osteotomy (PAO) at our institutions. Titanium is reserved for patients with documented nickel allergies. Titanium screws possess a significantly lower Young?s modulus tha

This study aimed to determine the factors associated with return to work (RTW) after traumatic spinal fracture and spinal cord injury. It provided a predictive model for RTW among patients with spinal fractures and spinal cord injury and determined import

Sharp, burning back pain can interfere with many different aspects of your daily life, from work and exercise to being able to rest comfortably at night. It?s important not to ignore back pain, as it may be a sign of an underlying condition.

Bad back? It's why many people seek medical care. Nonoperative approaches such as physical therapy are typical, first-line treatments for back pain. But minimally invasive robotic spine surgery is improving recovery and long-term outcomes for some patient

Experts recommend using ice after an injury, for sudden onset pain, or for inflammation. Heat is ideal for chronic pain or for injuries that are no longer swollen.

There are many reasons for neck pain, but it's usually caused by overuse or sleeping too long in an odd position. Having a stiff neck in the morning is often a muscle spasm, or contraction, known as a muscle strain. A neck sprain affects the ligaments, or

Some individuals with back pain may be eligible for a range of disability benefits. The eligibility requirements for these benefits may vary by state and depend on the cause of a person?s back pain.

Someone should contact a doctor about back pain after a fall if the pain is severe, persists despite rest, or is accompanied by other symptoms, such as vision loss, difficulty breathing, or loss of consciousness.

Primary care doctors, rheumatologists, pain management specialists, and psychiatrists may be involved in helping individuals manage lower back pain.